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Rawdhatul Ilm Wal Huda

Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, North West · BB1 5JT

An independent girls' school in Blackburn, Rawdhatul Ilm Wal Huda is a small community of around 195 pupils where academic results stand well above the national picture. With both day and boarding places available and entry from age 11, it offers a settled, focused environment under the leadership of headteacher Mrs Aysha Ahmed. The school is inspected by the ISI and prepares pupils towards GCSE.

195

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Girls
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
195
Location
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, North West
Website
https://www.rawdha.org/

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Head Mrs Aysha Ahmed

Latest results

Attainment 8

67.2

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

88%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Results here are notably strong: an average Attainment 8 score of 67.2 sits far ahead of the national average of 46.9, and 88% of pupils gain grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national figure of 47%. These outcomes point to a school where high attainment is the expectation rather than the exception. Teaching is geared towards GCSE qualifications.

Sixth form

Qualifications offered

GCSE

Ethos & heritage

Boarding
Yes

The last word

A small girls' school whose GCSE results comfortably outstrip national averages, suited to families seeking a focused, high-achieving setting with the option of boarding.

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Rawdhatul Ilm Wal Huda 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Rawdhatul Ilm Wal Huda located?

Rawdhatul Ilm Wal Huda is located at 32 Moss Street, Blackburn, BB1 5JT.

What type of school is Rawdhatul Ilm Wal Huda?

Rawdhatul Ilm Wal Huda is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.

How many pupils attend Rawdhatul Ilm Wal Huda?

Rawdhatul Ilm Wal Huda has approximately 195 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.